In today’s volatile and divided moment, the hardest challenges aren’t just strategic; they’re human. Beneath many tensions lie unseen “blind spots” and deeply felt “sore spots”: the lived experiences, power dynamics and misperceptions that shape how we relate to one another. In this Main Stage conversation, Van Jones shares a powerful framework for bringing people together across difference. Together, we’ll explore the human skills we need to navigate friction, build real connection and show up for one another in uncertain times. Grounded in themes of belonging, civic engagement and the real human experiences shaping this moment, this conversation is designed to leave attendees feeling more hopeful, more aware and more empowered to help close the divides that too often pull us apart.